LOGAN, UTAH, February 7, 2025– The Shingo Institute, a program within the Jon M. Huntsman School of Business at Utah State University, proudly announces that Zimmer Switzerland Manufacturing GmbH in Winterthur, Switzerland, a global leader in medical technology, has been awarded the Shingo Bronze Medallion for its outstanding commitment to enterprise excellence.
Zimmer Switzerland Manufacturing GmbH has demonstrated a remarkable dedication to continuous improvement, employee engagement, and innovation, resulting in this prestigious recognition from the Shingo Institute.
Ken Snyder, Executive Director at the Shingo Institute, stated, "A recipient of the Shingo Bronze Medallion signifies an organization’s mastery of fundamental tools and techniques for improving operations. Organizations that earn this recognition have made commendable progress on their journey toward enterprise excellence."
Zimmer Switzerland Manufacturing’s commitment to fostering a culture of excellence is evident in the transformative impact of the Shingo Model™ on its operations. Employees across the organization have experienced a shift in mindset, focusing on systemic thinking, transparency, and collaboration.
Joel Reischmann, Quality Sr. Engineer, remarked, "For me, Shingo has above all strengthened the fundamental of listening to all employees and giving them a platform, be it through feedback rounds, CIP, or joint LSWs and team meetings/town halls."
Alessio Barbiero, Manufacturing Sr. Engineer, highlighted the power of visual management, stating, "With the introduction of CIP boards, employees not only have the opportunity to make suggestions but also to observe the results of their ideas over time and see their effect on the company."
Dennis Bagnato, Quality Sr. Inspector, emphasized the cultural transformation, noting, "Thanks to Shingo, communication within the company has improved and become more transparent. Employees are more involved in the whole process and feel like an important part of the team."
Zimmer Switzerland Manufacturing GmbH, with over 90 years of trusted leadership, has a long-standing reputation for advancing patient care through cutting-edge medical technology. The company’s dedication to excellence is evident in its seamless integration of digital and robotic technologies, leveraging data analytics and artificial intelligence to improve health outcomes.
Zimmer Switzerland Manufacturing GmbH will be formally presented with the Shingo Bronze Medallion at the 37th Annual Shingo Conference, April 28-30, 2025, in Provo, Utah. The conference will feature keynote speeches, interactive breakout sessions, immersive workshops, and company tours, providing valuable opportunities for learning and networking. To learn more about the Shingo Institute and its upcoming events, please visit https://shingo.org/events.
About the Shingo Institute
The Shingo Institute is home to the Shingo Prize, an award recognizing organizations demonstrating an exceptional culture fostering continuous improvement. A program in the Jon M. Huntsman School of Business at Utah State University, the Shingo Institute is named after Japanese industrial engineer and Toyota adviser Shigeo Shingo. Dr. Shingo distinguished himself as one of the world’s thought leaders in concepts, management systems, and improvement techniques known as the Toyota Production System.
Drawing from Dr. Shingo’s teachings and years of experience working with organizations worldwide, the Shingo Institute developed the Shingo Model, the basis for its several educational offerings, including workshops, webinars, podcasts, study tours, and conferences. Workshops are available in multiple languages through the Institute’s licensed affiliates. For more information on seminars and affiliates or to register for the Annual Shingo Conference, please visit www.shingo.org.
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